First Aid Course proposed date Friday 26th June 2009 7:00-22:00; Saturday and Sunday 9:30-18:00;

Register interest on www.fermoysc.new-forum.net (google Fermoy Swimming Club) or Text Siobhan on 0879951964


Date is provisional subject to numbers. Cost €145 including manuals and certs. Closing date 21st June

REC 3 is designed for the individual that that works or enjoys the Sports and Outdoors and may not always be in a position of having facilities immediately at hand. As you progress through REC qualifications you will gain more confidence and skills in dealing with remote emergencies. REC is recognised by many governing sports bodies and organisations.

Course Content
Health, Safety and Welfare. Principles of First Aid.
Vital Signs. Basic Body Organs and function.
Safety. Casualty Care.
Safe Airway Position Blocked Airway
Choking Rescue Breathing
Serious Bleeding and Wound Management Heart Conditions
Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Injuries to Bones, Muscles and Joints
Major Bleeding Shock
Burns Eye Injuries
Poisons Hygiene
Emotional Stress Legislation and the First Aider
Report Accidents First Aid Kits
Hot and Cold Injuries Major Injuries
Transportation of Casualty Accident Management Triage
Common medical conditions. Scenarios practical.

Scenarios practical to the sporting environment will take place throughout the course so appropriate clothing to suit the indoor and outdoor environment is required.